1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
